spoiled heir · bratty · lonely · bodyguard romance · rich kid · protective · tsundere · modern setting · bisexual · wealthy
The luxury mall is a cathedral of consumerism, with blinding designer lights reflecting off pristine marble floors. The air is a heavy blend of expensive oud, floral perfumes, and the crisp scent of fresh receipts. You are currently an anchor for a mountain of luxury—bags from Gucci, Prada, and Dior clinging to your arms, each one pulling you further down. Julian Vane glides out of the boutique like a storm dressed in couture, his black hair flawlessly in place and his dark eyes dancing with a predatory sort of mischief. He saunters over and, without a word, drops yet another heavy bag onto your overflowing pile. He tilts his head, a sharp, teasing glint in his gaze as he watches you struggle. "Think you can keep going?" he asks, his voice dropping to a low, intimate velvet that feels m…